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Fri, 9 Dec 2016 06:10:43 PSTBLOX v1.01Make a Soldering Iron Out of a Lighterhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Soldering-Iron-Out-of-a-Lighter/
Make a Soldering Iron Out of a Lighter - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 2 Sep 2016 11:20:44 PDTSoldering Iron Standhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Soldering-Iron-Stand-3/
Soldering Iron Stand - More DIY How To Projects]]>
https://cdn.instructables.com/FBU/LHJF/IQ2KNG1Y/FBULHJFIQ2KNG1Y.SQUARE2.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/FBU/LHJF/IQ2KNG1Y/FBULHJFIQ2KNG1Y.SQUARE.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/FBU/LHJF/IQ2KNG1Y/FBULHJFIQ2KNG1Y.SMALL.jpgShaunM11A few years back my grandfather gave me a gift of his old soldering iron. I've gotten a lot of use out of it and decided that it's finally time to build my own stand for it! Preparing the Form We're going to be using a coat hanger for the coil that the iron sits in. To make this coil, I drilled a...By: ShaunM11

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 2 Jul 2016 10:53:04 PDTMagnetic connectors for batterieshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Magnetic-Connectors-for-Batteries/
Magnetic connectors for batteries - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 26 May 2016 12:40:55 PDTSoldering Iron Stand Sponge Gripperhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Soldering-Iron-Stand-Sponge-Gripper/
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https://cdn.instructables.com/FQO/70HK/ION6M4NC/FQO70HKION6M4NC.SQUARE2.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/FQO/70HK/ION6M4NC/FQO70HKION6M4NC.SQUARE.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/FQO/70HK/ION6M4NC/FQO70HKION6M4NC.SMALL.jpgalbenbrewderI like to use a dampened sponge too clean my iron while I work. Inexpensive soldering iron stands (available on EBAY for about $4.00) have an indentation for the sponge but no way to affix it in position. Replacement sponge pieces are also available on EBAY for as little as $.15 a piece. What's need...By: albenbrewder

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 25 May 2016 11:50:48 PDTSoldering Iron Stand made from U-pinshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Soldering-Iron-Stand-Made-From-U-pins/
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Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 11 Apr 2016 12:39:48 PDTHow To Make Soldering Stationhttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Soldering-Station/
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https://cdn.instructables.com/F6W/FVZW/IMUTQQ3L/F6WFVZWIMUTQQ3L.SQUARE2.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/F6W/FVZW/IMUTQQ3L/F6WFVZWIMUTQQ3L.SQUARE.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/F6W/FVZW/IMUTQQ3L/F6WFVZWIMUTQQ3L.SMALL.jpgDzefriIn this instructable I am going to show you how to make your own Soldering Station, it works with dimmer switch. Materials All materials you will need:1.Soldering Iron Stand2.Something to build the box (I used plywood)3.Switch4.Dimmer5.Socket Shape Of Box Make your box with dimensions of your ...By: Dzefri

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 11 Apr 2016 06:25:36 PDTStand for Solderinghttp://www.instructables.com/id/Stand-for-Soldering/
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https://cdn.instructables.com/FZQ/SGGH/ILFG08BL/FZQSGGHILFG08BL.SQUARE2.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/FZQ/SGGH/ILFG08BL/FZQSGGHILFG08BL.SQUARE.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/FZQ/SGGH/ILFG08BL/FZQSGGHILFG08BL.SMALL.jpgDzefriIn this instructable I am going to show you how to make wooden stand for soldering. Cut Bottom Part Cut bottom part of wood and sand it, you can use any dimensions and kind of wood but you should pick the most solid and heavy you can find. Cut Other Wooden Parts Sand Wooden Parts Glue ...By: Dzefri

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 6 Mar 2016 06:49:12 PSTVery simple soldering standhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Very-Simple-Soldering-Stand/
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Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 19 Jan 2016 13:10:47 PSTHow to built Cheap and Trusty Soldering gun out of old transformerhttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-Cheap-and-Trusty-Soldering-Gun-Out-of/
How to built Cheap and Trusty Soldering gun out of old transformer - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 18 Jan 2016 07:10:18 PSTDIY Wood Veneer Rotary Toolhttp://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Wood-Veneer-Rotary-Tool/
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https://cdn.instructables.com/F53/SN5C/IJHJSXDL/F53SN5CIJHJSXDL.SQUARE2.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/F53/SN5C/IJHJSXDL/F53SN5CIJHJSXDL.SQUARE.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/F53/SN5C/IJHJSXDL/F53SN5CIJHJSXDL.SMALL.jpgShiftyTipsI always wanted a rotary tool but the time is not yet come to spend 100-200$ for it. Maybe for a Dremel.So I started to look after to how I can make one. I found a lot of videos, articles which show that isn't a big deal so I got into making plans. I liked to make it not just useful but stylish at o...By: ShiftyTips

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 20 Dec 2015 09:39:45 PSTThe Fixed Soldering Iron Method - Solder Wires And Components Easilyhttp://www.instructables.com/id/The-Fixed-Soldering-Iron-Method-Solder-Wires-And-C/
The Fixed Soldering Iron Method - Solder Wires And Components Easily - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 14 Oct 2015 04:34:10 PDTMini Solder pot for tinning or removing componentshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-Solder-Pot-For-Tinning-And-Removing-Component/
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Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 17 Aug 2015 14:46:15 PDTRetractable Solder Fume Extractor (From An LED Light)http://www.instructables.com/id/Retractable-Solder-Fume-Fan-From-An-LED-Light/
Retractable Solder Fume Extractor (From An LED Light) - More DIY How To Projects]]>
https://cdn.instructables.com/F7F/WO1X/ID0PU22J/F7FWO1XID0PU22J.SQUARE2.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/F7F/WO1X/ID0PU22J/F7FWO1XID0PU22J.SQUARE.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/F7F/WO1X/ID0PU22J/F7FWO1XID0PU22J.SMALL.jpgYonatan24This Is a fan that I use while soldering to get the solder fumes out of my face!Why did I choose this fan? This Is WhyIf you are wondering what I am connecting it to, It is my home-made peg-board. If you are interested this project this is the linkIf you don't understand why there is a weird flashli...By: Yonatan24

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 7 Aug 2015 11:56:58 PDT2X DIY PCB Helping Hands For Soldering!http://www.instructables.com/id/PCB-Solder-Stand-A-Must-Have-Easy-DIY/
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https://cdn.instructables.com/F6Q/6JZ9/ICN7GCLW/F6Q6JZ9ICN7GCLW.SQUARE2.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/F6Q/6JZ9/ICN7GCLW/F6Q6JZ9ICN7GCLW.SQUARE.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/F6Q/6JZ9/ICN7GCLW/F6Q6JZ9ICN7GCLW.SMALL.jpgYonatan24The parts:A sliding ratchet (vehicle toolkit) I already had one but if you don't you can purchase on for about $25 on ebay:http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stahlwille-12070000-Slidin...2 metal poles I found inside a printer2 boxes2 alligator clips a big one and a small one for small and fragile pcb'sScrews (...By: Yonatan24

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 28 Jul 2015 13:21:17 PDTWire Solderinghttp://www.instructables.com/id/Wire-Soldering/
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https://cdn.instructables.com/FU6/JJYN/IAKWMWJJ/FU6JJYNIAKWMWJJ.SQUARE2.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/FU6/JJYN/IAKWMWJJ/FU6JJYNIAKWMWJJ.SQUARE.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/FU6/JJYN/IAKWMWJJ/FU6JJYNIAKWMWJJ.SMALL.jpgKarlR5This is an overview of the basics for soldering wire. Includes tools, techniques and basic theory.Solder is an alloy with a low melting point relative to common metals used as materials. It is used as a filler material to join such metals, as they would otherwise require much more heat to fuse. Wire...By: KarlR5

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 6 Jun 2015 11:06:37 PDTYet another tutorial on how to solderhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Yet-another-tutorial-on-how-to-solder/
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https://cdn.instructables.com/FW8/N7QF/I9GWE2JL/FW8N7QFI9GWE2JL.SQUARE2.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/FW8/N7QF/I9GWE2JL/FW8N7QFI9GWE2JL.SQUARE.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/FW8/N7QF/I9GWE2JL/FW8N7QFI9GWE2JL.SMALL.jpgtechrmIn this tutorial we are going to see how to solder a 16 pins header to a 1602A LCD display.What we need to solder is:1) A soldering iron or a soldering station with a very thin tip2) Tin, for our purpose with a 0.8-1.0mm section3) Tinning flux4) Well sharp wire cutters5) A magnifying glass (a 5x one...By: techrm

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 10 May 2015 08:08:06 PDTThe poor man's soldering ironhttp://www.instructables.com/id/The-Poor-Mans-soldering-iron/
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Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 8 Mar 2015 09:25:56 PDTSoldering iron holder (heavy duty)http://www.instructables.com/id/Soldering-iron-holder-heavy-duty/
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Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 24 Sep 2014 06:33:42 PDTSoldering Iron Control Temphttp://www.instructables.com/id/Soldering-Iron-Control-Temp/
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Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 26 Jul 2014 10:49:06 PDTSugru Soldering Iron Standhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Sugru-Soldering-Iron-Stand/
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https://cdn.instructables.com/FIP/T368/HJKC4H4N/FIPT368HJKC4H4N.SQUARE2.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/FIP/T368/HJKC4H4N/FIPT368HJKC4H4N.SQUARE.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/FIP/T368/HJKC4H4N/FIPT368HJKC4H4N.SMALL.jpggavargasSugru is a really interesting material, pretty much anything that you think that requires an elastic silicone or plastic can be done with Sugru. At H3 Laboratories Makerspace in El Paso, we do a lot of work with electronics and it is common to see soldering irons just hanging from a piece of wood or...By: gavargas

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 27 Jul 2013 23:33:15 PDTSoldering Iron Stand - In James Bond's Pockethttp://www.instructables.com/id/Soldering-Iron-Stand-In-James-Bonds-Pocket/
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Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 22 Mar 2013 06:42:20 PDTSimple, Cheap, Soldering Stationhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Cheap-Soldering-Station/
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Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 6 Jan 2013 13:49:30 PST$1.50 Arduino TV Annoyer!! (Turns TVs on when you want them off)http://www.instructables.com/id/150-Arduino-TV-Annoyer-Turns-TVs-on-when-you-/
$1.50 Arduino TV Annoyer!! (Turns TVs on when you want them off) - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 1 Aug 2012 11:06:25 PDTHow to Pick the Best Soldering Ironhttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Pick-the-Best-Soldering-Iron/
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https://cdn.instructables.com/F19/1T8L/H4AGHX3G/F191T8LH4AGHX3G.SQUARE2.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/F19/1T8L/H4AGHX3G/F191T8LH4AGHX3G.SQUARE.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/F19/1T8L/H4AGHX3G/F191T8LH4AGHX3G.SMALL.jpgsoldering ironA soldering iron is a hand tool used in soldering. There are many soldering irons available on the market. They come in a variety of sizes and shapes. Which soldering iron to choose for yourself depends on the soldering projects you are planning to do, as well as how often you are planning on using ...By: soldering iron

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 25 Apr 2012 20:22:38 PDTHow to Solder - Basic Soldering Guidehttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Solder-Basic-Soldering-Guide/
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https://cdn.instructables.com/FMF/7X1S/H19RHJUG/FMF7X1SH19RHJUG.SQUARE2.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/FMF/7X1S/H19RHJUG/FMF7X1SH19RHJUG.SQUARE.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/FMF/7X1S/H19RHJUG/FMF7X1SH19RHJUG.SMALL.jpgsoldering iron Soldering is process of joining two metals together with soldering iron by the use of a solder to form a dependable electrical joint. This is a basic soldering guide for beginners about hand soldering with a soldering iron. I hope that it will be good help for most of your DIY projects from ele...By: soldering iron

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:28:01 PDTHow to Create an Adjustable Soldering Ironhttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Create-an-Adjustable-Soldering-Iron/
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https://cdn.instructables.com/FQD/GI9D/GIH8NEP6/FQDGI9DGIH8NEP6.SQUARE2.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/FQD/GI9D/GIH8NEP6/FQDGI9DGIH8NEP6.SQUARE.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/FQD/GI9D/GIH8NEP6/FQDGI9DGIH8NEP6.SMALL.jpgbustatechRecently my old soldering gun spoiled. I open the casing and try to repair, but I think the problem is the heating element, which is not repairable. So, its time to get a new soldering tools. After some research, I bought an Antex branded 25W soldering iron, at price of RM70. Initially, I am thinkin...By: bustatech

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 3 Jan 2011 22:42:18 PSTHomewbrew Soldering Ironhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Homewbrew-Soldering-Iron/
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Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 3 Jun 2010 22:02:34 PDTHow to hand-solder a PowerPad IChttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-hand-solder-a-PowerPad-IC/
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Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 3 Oct 2009 11:02:29 PDTMaking a fine tip for your solding iron for SMD solderinghttp://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-fine-tip-for-your-solding-iron-for-SMD-so/
Making a fine tip for your solding iron for SMD soldering - More DIY How To Projects]]>
https://cdn.instructables.com/F8G/X19D/FROA0ONL/F8GX19DFROA0ONL.SQUARE2.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/F8G/X19D/FROA0ONL/F8GX19DFROA0ONL.SQUARE.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/F8G/X19D/FROA0ONL/F8GX19DFROA0ONL.SMALL.jpgMrZebraSurface-mount soldering can require a very fine tip for your soldering iron. If you only have a small amount of soldering to do, then why spend the time and money buying a tip when you can make one?I came up with this after reading http://www.instructables.com/id/An_easier_way_to_solder_magnet_wire...By: MrZebra

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 1 Mar 2009 05:30:58 PSTHow To Turn A Coldheat Into A Useful Toolhttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Turn-A-Coldheat-Into-A-Useful-Tool/
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Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 1 Dec 2007 19:44:54 PSTProper Soldering Iron cleaning & maintenancehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Proper-Soldering-Iron-cleaning-%26-maintenance/
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https://cdn.instructables.com/FZE/6DTV/IQ2EWT1K6KY/FZE6DTVIQ2EWT1K6KY.SQUARE2.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/FZE/6DTV/IQ2EWT1K6KY/FZE6DTVIQ2EWT1K6KY.SQUARE.jpghttps://cdn.instructables.com/FZE/6DTV/IQ2EWT1K6KY/FZE6DTVIQ2EWT1K6KY.SMALL.jpgexponentThis instructable will guide you on how to properly care for your soldering iron. Proper iron care will result in lower melt times, cleaner solders, and a longer iron life. Cleaning and caring for your soldering iron is very easy and can be accomplished with everyday household items. Tools of th...By: exponent

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 12 Jan 2007 13:51:29 PSTHow to Solderhttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-solder/
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